1995 Chevrolet Silverado Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 26, 2015 · 263 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Silverado years
More complaints than other years 10th of 23 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 263 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado. That ranks 10th out of 23 Silverado model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (148 complaints, 56%), typically at around 99,251 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 12 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Chevrolet Silverado problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Visibility148 · ~99,251 mi
Seats34 · ~35,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic27
Power Train20 · ~118,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling15 · ~123,000 mi
Structure11 · ~291,500 mi
Air Bags10
Electrical System8
Tires8
Suspension6 · ~291,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility problems14856%99,251“windshield wipers” (74%)—
Seats3413%35,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2710%———
Power Train208%118,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling156%123,000——
Structure114%291,500——
Air Bags104%———
Electrical System83%———
Tires83%———
Suspension62%291,500——
Equipment52%———
Fuel System, Gasoline52%———
Seat Belts42%118,000——
Unknown or Other31%293,000——
Vehicle Speed Control31%———
Exterior Lighting21%———
Latches/locks/linkages21%———
Service Brakes21%250,000——
Steering21%———
Fuel System, Other10%———
Wheels10%290,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 91 complaints
1997: 141997141998: 221998221999: 911999912000: 522000522001: 212001212002: 312002312003: 152003152004: 5200452005: 4200542006: 1200612007: 1200712008: 1200812010: 1201012015: 420154

n = 263 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Chevrolet Silverado recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The 16 inch spare tire wheel fell out from underneath the truck while driving. After taking truck to replace spare the spare tire hoist cable had broke. The cross brackets were rusted and beyond repair. The end of truck frame itself is rusted away. I see many issues coming because of excessive rust.

Structure · received Aug 26, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10759342

While driving had to make a normal stop for a bus when brake pedal goes to floor. Had to avoid cars by going to side off road. After looking at truck it was determined the brake lines had rusted into. Replaced brake lines.

Service Brakes · received Aug 26, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10759344

While driving had to make a normal stop for a bus when brake pedal goes to floor. Had to avoid cars by going to side off road. After looking at truck it was determined the brake lines had rusted into. Replaced brake lines.

Service Brakes · received Aug 26, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10759345

Frame rust. All parts connected to frame. Parts holding tanks etc. Excessive rust. Bands cables lines. Excessive rusting

Suspension · received Aug 26, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10759348

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet silverado. The vehicle was equipped with al cardone brake calibers, model# a118-4300, a118-4299. While the contact was traveling approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal was engaged with no power response. The vehicle crashed into the rear end of the proceeding…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Mar 15, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10319855

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado?

Owners most often report visibility, seats, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 148 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Silverado model years, the 1995 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.